Duomo with fast-track access to panoramic terraces – Sforza Castle – Teatro La Scala

Milan is the financial and fashion capital of Italy and a mecca for opera enthusiasts. This cosmopolitan city is a treasure trove of art and culture and is experiencing a grand revival. Our expert guide will lead you on a journey of discovery as you visit Milan’s most famed and beautiful sights and will take you to new heights, allowing you to appreciate the city from a unique and breathtaking perspective.
A trip to Milan would not be complete without a visit to its extravagant Gothic Cathedral with its pearly white façade and its 135 spires topped with statues of saints. The Duomo, immortalized by countless writers and artists, never fails to astound visitors.

No less impressive is the Sforza Castle, where you will continue your explorations. Designed by the multitalented Leonardo Da Vinci, the palace was once the seat of the Duchy of Milan and is now home to five different museums. Your final stop of the day will be at Teatro La Scala, the legendary opera house, which has hosted Italy’s and the world’s greatest operatic artists since 1778.

In the 1700s aristocrats used to meet in salons, lower class people in taverns, middle class in…coffee houses!
These bars are not just a place for drinking delicious coffee but true historical monuments. Intellectuals and philosophers of the 1800s loved to meet and discuss about politics and culture while sipping coffee so you will enjoy a mix of Italian history, traditions and…the best coffee you will ever have.

Find out about the contrast among Caffè della Peppina, that used to be close to the Duomo, and Caffè della Cecchina, formerly situated in front of La Scala Theater; the famous “Tre Marie” bakery, symbol of Milanese patisserie tradition, and the popular Caffè Gnocchi were two other past milestones in the city.
We will then reveal important coffee shops in today’s Milan, and the last treat of your tour will be in the Cova Patisserie, pure excellence in Milan.

Highline Porta Nuova District – Bosco Verticale – Triennale Design Museum

A lively, constantly changing city: cosmopolitan Milan has been an extraordinary driving force of development and innovation in the last few centuries.
You will discover Porta Nuova district, the greatest example of urban requalification in Europe in the last few years, an innovative expression of contemporary engineering and design. From the extraordinary railway station, to the elegant residences of Corso Como, and the unique skyscrapers called “Bosco Verticale” – Vertical Wood – where houses in the middle of the city are completely immersed in green nature.

Final cherry on top will be the visit of the Triennale Milano, a pure heaven for design, architecture and visual arts lovers. Visitors are treated to a curated array of exhibitions, spanning diverse fields such as architecture, fashion, and visual arts.

Welcome to one of the most breathtaking spots in Northern Italy: Lake Como, “our greatest lake” as Latin poet Virgin once pointed out, an enchanting destination for a romantic getaway. Onboard of a private boat arranged just for you, you will have the opportunity to contemplate stunning sceneries and delightful hamlets.

You will explore the Southern part of the lake: depending on your departing point, you will have the chance to see some of the gems of the lake, cruising by Villa d’Este and Villa Erba, two lovely noble residencies in Cernobbio, the small wooded island Isola Comancina, and the city of Como. Many other treasures sprinkle the area: you may want to admire the lovely Villa Carlotta with its lush botanic garden, the characteristic fishermen town of Varenna or the picturesque village of Bellagio.

Take a day to explore the city giving the name to the area as well as its surroundings. Start your visit of Como with a relaxing stroll along the lakeside park, where you can admire the Volta’s Temple, a museum dedicated to city-born Alessandro Volta, inventor of the electrical battery. Continue towards Piazza Duomo and its stunning Cathedral in Gothic style, built on the site of the ancient Romanesque basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Admire the interiors of the Basilica of San Fedele and the Basilica of Saint Abbondio.

In between these visits, you will taste typical local food in places where only true Comaschi go, from the best Pizza in town to superb wines and the local cheeses.

The sightseeing will continue in Brunate, a town overlooking Como from a high peak you will reach with a fun funicular ride: from the top of the mountain you will marvel at Como beauty and will feel the unique charme of its calm lake.

If you want to make your trip to Italy truly unforgettable, then this exciting and tailor-made experience is right up your alley.
You will have the unique chance to ride a marvelous vintage car and to live an unforgettable adventure that combines the best of Made in Italy with some of the most scenic roads of Lake Como.

Plunge into the heart of Lake Como, experience the thrill of admiring the scenic viewpoints and picturesque villages, imagine splendid villas, lush gardens and charming alleys unfolding before your eyes. Sit back and catch a glimpse of the glamorous Bellagio, with its several boutiques located along the characteristic alleys
and the beautiful and lively Menaggio.